Inheritance and Genetics of Obesity
| About inheritance and genetics: Inheritance of Obesity refers to whether the condition is inherited from your parents or "runs" in families. The level of inheritance of a condition depends on how important genetics are to the disease. Strongly genetic diseases are usually inherited, partially genetic diseases are sometimes inherited, and non-genetic diseases are not inherited. For general information, see Introduction to Genetics. |
Genetics of Obesity:
Obesity tends to run in families, suggesting a genetic cause. Yet
families also share diet and lifestyle habits that may contribute to
obesity. Separating these from genetic factors is often difficult. Even
so, science shows that heredity is linked to obesity.
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Footnotes:
1. excerpt from Understanding Adult Obesity: NIDDK
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